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Question

GPU compatible with motherboard?

Aug 26, 2016 3:42AM PDT

i was wonder if my new MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Gaming X 8GB will be compatible with my motherboard which is a gigabyte X58A-UD3R. im just not sure since the motherboard is quite old and the GPU is new. thanks

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I don't see any red flags here.
Aug 26, 2016 9:03AM PDT
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Gtx 1070
Aug 26, 2016 9:18AM PDT

Should work.
Be sure to install it in pcie slot 1.

It's a 150w card so review your psu.